carpentry

noun
UK: /ˈkɑːpəntri/
US: /ˈkɑːrpəntri/

  1. The activity or skill of making things out of wood.

    1. He enjoys basic carpentry.
    2. The old house needed a lot of carpentry repairs, especially around the windows.

  2. The trade of a carpenter.

    1. My father's trade is carpentry.
    2. He is now employed in carpentry, specializing in custom furniture design.

  3. Objects made from wood.

    1. The exhibition showcased local carpentry.
    2. The museum displayed fine examples of carpentry from the 18th century.

Synonyms

woodworking joinery woodcraft

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "carpentry" in English means: The activity or skill of making things out of wood., The trade of a carpenter., Objects made from wood..

The phonetic transcription of "carpentry" is /ˈkɑːpəntri/ in British English and /ˈkɑːrpəntri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "carpentry": woodworking, joinery, woodcraft.

Example usage of "carpentry": "He enjoys basic carpentry.". More examples on the page.